Scott Adams

Software Developer • Entrepreneur • Leader

Current Ventures

The Breton Group

Software Development Work Term
June 2025 – Present

Contributing to enterprise-level software using C# and Angular. Engaged in sprint planning, bug fixing, QA testing, and UI/UX enhancement in a team setting.

St. John’s Hike Club

Founder & President
2023 – Present

Oversee a six-person executive team managing sponsors, event logistics, branding, email campaigns, and merchandise for 80+ club members.

NEVER86

Founder
2025 – Present

Built a full-stack restaurant management platform and graduated from Genesis EVOLVE. Led backend architecture, stakeholder interviews, and strategic design.

Out To Lunch

Co-Founder
2025 – Present

Launched an outdoors-focused brand offering dehydrated meals and apparel. Manages product development, branding, and vendor outreach.

Skills & Core Competencies

Professional Strengths

  • Leadership & Initiative: Launched original ventures and led teams through planning and execution — SJHC, NEVER86.
  • Service Expertise: Manages tables and guests with precision in fast-paced hospitality roles — Cactus Club, Brewdock.
  • Customer Service: Maintains a positive guest experience under pressure and adapts calmly to challenges.
  • Office Proficiency: Skilled in order processing, recordkeeping, and administrative workflows — Government of NL.
  • Project Coordination: Tracks timelines and ensures deliverables in team-based and independent roles.

Technical Skills

  • Web Development: Builds and deploys clean, responsive websites from scratch — SJHC, NEVER86.
  • Programming: Proficient in Python, JavaScript, SQL, HTML, CSS, and C#.
  • Tool Proficiency: Experienced with GitHub, Visual Studio Code, Flask, Angular, and version control systems.
  • UI/UX & Design: Focuses on accessibility, clarity, and structure in user interface planning.
  • CMS Experience: Manages public-facing content in WordPress and custom HTML environments.

Soft Skills & Traits

  • Communication: Strong written and verbal communicator who adjusts tone for different audiences.
  • Problem Solving: Responds to issues with clear thinking and practical solutions.
  • Adaptability: Thrives in changing roles across industries from tech to hospitality.
  • Inclusive Instruction: Comfortable teaching diverse learners in patient, supportive ways — Strong Harbour Strings.
  • Reliability & Work Ethic: Proactive, organized, and consistently delivers high-quality work.
  • Creative Thinking: Brings originality and design-minded thinking to both product and team challenges.

Achievements & Honours

🎓 Genesis EVOLVE Program Graduate (2025)

🏆 Class Clown of 2020 – Holy Heart of Mary High School

🥇 Funniest Grade 9 – St. Paul’s Junior High

Volunteer Work

Strong Harbour Strings – St. John’s, NL

Violin Instructor (Inclusive Program)

Taught children with disabilities to play violin using flexible and supportive instruction. Focused on confidence-building and inclusion through music.

Past Experience

Sun Peaks Resort – Kamloops, BC

Multi-role Staff | Dec 2021 – Apr 2022

Rotated between barista, host, server, and line cook roles, adapting to changing team needs during a busy resort season.

East Coast Trail Association – St. John’s, NL

Marketing Student | May 2024 – August 2024

Created trail content and recipe blog posts, supported social media and email campaigns, and contributed to the association’s digital community engagement strategy.

Anderson’s Burger Shack

Operator | June 2023 – April 2024

Independently managed food prep, grill duties, and customer service. Oversaw supply restock, kiosk opening/closing, and food safety protocols.

Chateau Jasper – Jasper, AB

Houseman → General Cook | May 2022 – Oct 2022

Handled public space maintenance and sanitation before transitioning to a prep cook role preparing large-volume meals for tourists and events.

Winners – St. John’s, NL

Sales Associate | Sep 2020 – Oct 2023

Worked across departments to support customer needs, manage merchandising, and uphold store standards in a fast-paced retail setting.

Magnum & Steins – St. John’s, NL

Server | July 2023 – August 2023

Delivered high-end guest service in a fine dining setting. Managed timing and coordination between kitchen and table for a seamless guest experience.

Swiss Chalet – St. John’s, NL

Busser | Dec 2022 – Mar 2023

Maintained table turnover and cleanliness while supporting the flow of service. Assisted servers during peak hours to ensure quick guest turnover.

Cactus Club Café – BC

Expeditor → Server | May 2022 – Oct 2022

Started as food expeditor, managing plating standards and kitchen coordination, then transitioned to server delivering top-tier guest experiences.

Government of NL – Forestry / SeafoodForCanada

Content Developer | Summer 2021

Built the Recipes section of the SeafoodForCanada site, collaborating with internal teams to ensure accessible design and quality content structure.

Government of NL – Animal Health Division

Office Assistant | Summer 2020

Processed veterinary pharmacy orders, organized files, and communicated with clients in a high-volume public office setting.

Tim Hortons – St. John’s, NL

Team Member | 2018 – 2019

Managed front register, drive-thru, and sandwich prep in a fast-paced team environment. Developed foundational service and multitasking skills.